Mouthguards

Perth Mouthguards

Whether it’s a collision on the field, a tumble on a street or equipment failure – the risk of contact to the face and teeth is an ever-present danger. To minimise this risk, it’s a good idea to wear a mouthguard.

Mouthguards in 24 Hours Service

*Express service can be requested on weekdays for custom fit mouthguards to be manufactured within 24 hours. (Kingsway 48hrs)

An examination by a dentist required, if you need fillings and they are done later, your mouth guard will no longer fit!

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Risk Factors for Dental Injuries: The need for a mouthguard

Being young and physically active is a high risk factor for dental injures.
Rates of dental injuries among athletes have been found to vary due to factors such as type of sport played and gender: One study found that the rates of injury were as follows:

Wrestling 83.3%

Boxing 73.7%

Basketball 70.6%

Karate 60% (Andrade et al. 2010)

At an international level of competition 49.6% of athletes had sustained a dental injury due to trauma.[1]

What type of mouthguard should I wear?

The Australian Dental Association (ADA) American Dental Association (AMA) and findings of independent studies recommend Custom fitted mouthguards.[8],[9] Custom fitted mouthguards are found to be superior to boil and bite mouthguards in regards to:

Comfort

Adaptability

Stability

Ability to talk (with mouthguard in!)

Ability to breathe

These differences in comfort made it more likely that mouthguards would be worn.[10]

The ADA rated the boil and bite mouthguard’s as inferior stating they should only be worn as a temporary measure).[11]

How often should I replace my mouthguard?

The ADA recommend that mouthguards be replaced every 12 months for both children and adults, or after “significant” dental treatment.[12]

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